Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
Airport, Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional)
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom #1 King Master Suite Upstairs
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2 - Upstairs King
1 King Bed
Bedroom #3 - Upstairs - Double Queen
2 Queen Beds
Common Space
2 Double Sofa Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom #1 - King Master Suite - Private Ensuite
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom #2 - Upstairs Full Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom #3 Downstairs Half Bath
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West
Welcome to Seashells Cottage!
This beautiful luxury home, in the exclusive Destiny West neighborhood, features 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ bathrooms, 2 living areas, a beautifully updated kitchen, screened porch and a fenced yard for your dog. You'll even have a complimentary 6-PASSENGER GOLF CART to use during your stay! Public beach access at James Lee Park is just 1/3 mile away! You can also enjoy the Destiny West amenities including a large pool, tennis courts and exercise room - just a ½ block from this home.
It's perfect for families or up to 4 couples. Max occupancy is based on the combination of adults (age 16+) and children; it's most comfortable with up to 6-8 adults and 2 children.
You'll enjoy a memorable vacation in this beautiful home. There's plenty of seating for everyone in the inviting living space with an extra large TV. This space features 2 queen sleeper sofas , a loveseat, a recliner and another chair. It's a great place to hang out together and watch movies or a game, or just enjoy the fireplace on a cool evening.
There's plenty of space to linger over your favorite vacation meals here too. The dining area features a custom wood dining table with comfortable seating for 6-7, and there's room for 3 more at the kitchen bar.
The beautiful open kitchen features granite countertops, lots of storage and stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove. It's a great layout for multiple cooks - with an extra counter and a pass-through window to the screened porch! And you'll find it well-equipped with plenty of dishes, flatware, cookware, toaster, blender, drip coffee maker, and everything you'll need to enjoy cooking and dining while you experience life at the beach!
BATHROOM #1 - 1ST FLOOR POWDER ROOM Conveniently located just off the main living area downstairs, this well-appointed bathroom features a pedestal sink and commode.
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BEDROOM #1 - KING MASTER WITH PRIVATE ENSUITE AND BALCONY This luxurious master suite features a Custom King Bed, and a comfortable chair and a lamp - perfect for curling up with a good book. There's also a dresser and mirror, 2 bedside tables with lamps and a TV and DVD player. Step out onto your private balcony to enjoy the fresh air. There are two comfortable chairs waiting for you there. The huge custom walk-in master closet with shelves, drawers, and plenty of space for your luggage - makes it so easy to unpack and really make yourself at home. And of course, a spacious, private master bathroom is all yours!
BATHROOM #2 - LUXURIOUS PRIVATE ENSUITE FOR KING MASTER High windows fill this large bathroom with light. You'll appreciate the double vanities, a large, relaxing soaker tub and custom walk-in tile shower. As expected in a true master bathroom, there's a private commode room too.
BEDROOM #2 - KING GUEST ROOM WITH ATTACHED BATHROOM You'll rest well after a day at the beach in this inviting room with a comfortable King Bed. There's plenty of space to unpack and make yourself at home here - you can store your things in the dresser and closet. There is an attached shared full bathroom.
BEDROOM #3 - DOUBLE QUEEN GUEST ROOM WITH ATTACHED BATHROOM With TWO QUEEN beds, this is a great room for couples, or a small family. There's a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and plenty of space to unpack and leave your suitcase in the closet. There's also an attached shared full bathroom.
BATHROOM #3 Shared bathroom for guests staying in Bedrooms #2 & #3. With a Jack-n-Jill layout, this bathroom has an entrance from both Guest Rooms. It features a large vanity with storage and two sinks. The private room with commode and tub/shower makes this a comfortable space to share.
We keep this home clean and well updated, and pay attention to amenities that you expect, such as FREE WiFi, high definition cable TV, big, fluffy bath towels and hair dryers in each bathroom, and more. You'll find a full-size washer and a dryer in the spacious laundry room next to the kitchen. We also provide items our smaller guests may need like a high chair and pack-n-play.
OUTDOOR SPACES - SCREENED PORCH & FENCED BACKYARD The screened back porch, with 4 chairs and a coffee table, is a wonderful spot to relax and enjoy your morning coffee or evening beverages and snacks. There's even a pass-through window from the kitchen! The private backyard is completely fenced - great for children and dogs. And there's a gas grill for the outdoor chefs in your group.
6 PASSENGER GOLF CART Complimentary use of the golf cart is included with this rental. Please note: We make every effort to ensure the golf cart will be available and in working order during your stay but sometimes, problems arise which are outside our control. In the event that the golf cart is inoperable and/or unavailable during your stay, there will be no compensation or replacement offered for this complimentary service.
OFF-STREET PARKING You may park up to 3 vehicles at this home, depending on size. You cannot park on the grass, over the sidewalk, on the street or in the right-of-way. No RVs, boats or trailers are allowed. The golf cart is parked and plugged in inside the garage.
DESTINY WEST NEIGHBORHOOD AMENITIES As a guest at Seashells Cottage, you can enjoy the wonderful amenities of the Destiny West neighborhood - just ½ block from this home. These include tennis & pickleball court, exercise room, basketball goal and large community pool & hot tub.
PET FRIENDLY We are pet friendly and welcome your dog in our home. There is a $300 per dog extra fee and your dog must be pre-approved by the owner.
LOCATION This home is in the exclusive gated community of Destiny West - which is right across from The Crab Trap restaurant and James Lee Park public beach access. You can walk or take the golf cart the short distance (it's just a third of a mile) - with restroom facilities at the beach here too.
BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE! We're local and personally keep this home in top shape. It's always clean, the linens will always be nice and everything is impeccably maintained. You don't have to worry about finding a home that's less than advertised. We're going to greet you when you check-in and we will be here if you need us during your stay.
We know how difficult it is to find a vacation rental to suit your family's needs, schedules and budget. We're happy to assist you with the process of finding and booking the right place to stay for your vacation. We don't leave you hanging—we do our best to get back to all email inquiries within an hour. We keep our calendars up-to-date and if this property is booked, we'll see if another one of our properties may work for you.
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NOTE: Monthly rates during November through February are based on two-person occupancy. If you have more than two people staying at the Property, you may be subject to additional charges after you have booked the reservation online.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Destin
Located in Destin, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Big Kahuna's Water and Adventure Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Miramar Beach and Henderson Beach State Park. Fat Daddy's Arcade and Rainforest Black Light Golf & Arcade are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving adventures can be found near the property.
Shore at Crystal Beach Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Destin Commons - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Fort Walton Beach, FL (VPS-Northwest Florida Regional) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Circle K - 4 min drive
El Jalisco Destin - 5 min drive
Crab Trap Destin - 9 min walk
Kenny D's - 2 min drive
Cracker Barrel - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West on 25 Aug 2026 start from AU$907, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Close to Beach~Golf Cart! Pet Friendly Home! Pool! Destiny West located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of James Lee Park and Miramar Beach. James Lee Beach and Shore at Crystal Beach Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The home and location were perfect, and everyone enjoyed the amenities. Our only issue was the golf cart as we were unaware you had to be 25 to drive it until after the reservation was booked. Although not a huge deal as you can walk to the beach, pool and pickle ball court, it was one of our reasons for selecting the home during our initial search.
Rich H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review Rich. I'm sorry to hear you did not get to use the golf cart. We will work to getting this information added to our descriptions for guests in the future. You were a great guest and would love to have you back anytime.
Home was true to online pictures and location was wonderful.
Angela S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you for the great review - and we are glad to hear you had a great stay! Here at Sugar Palm we try to make sure our pictures show exactly what you will see when you walk into the home.
Wonderful Christmas vacation with the family. Had a wonderful time.
Angela P.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan 2024
We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful Christmas in this house with your family - it really is perfect for occasions as such.
Thank you again for the 5 star review.
We had a wonderful visit and vacation. The house is very close to the pool and the public beach. The golf cart was great and we used it daily. Highly recommend this property!
What a beautiful home, in a wonderful community. The property had everything you could think of to make it a great vacation. We hope to visit again!
Luis V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
We're happy you had a wonderful vacation in this home. It is indeed a very special place. As a local company, we work hard to make sure this home meets - and exceeds - our guests' expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vicky H.
22 Mar 2019
Loved our stay at this condominium. Very convenient to the pool and the beach.
The condo was beautiful and had everything we needed. We look forward to staying here again. We loved that we got to bring our fur baby. The neighborhood is very nice and lots to do.
Vicky H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2020
We are glad you enjoyed your stay! This is a very popular single family home. We hope to see you back again soon!
Beautiful home that is convenient to the beach, groceries and shopping. The fenced in backyard and use of the golf cart were bonuses. Would definitely stay again!
Julie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for taking the time to submit this review - it's so helpful for us and other guests. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Beautiful home and great location. Property management was attentive and professional. Will definitely go back.
Rachel S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for this great 5 star review. You are right - this home is a beautiful and great place to enjoy the beach! Our Sugar Palm staff strives to make sure every guest has a great experience from inquiry to departure.
Hope to see you back again soon!
Great property. Very clean. Best cleanliness of any ABnB I have rented. Golf cart made it easy to enjoy everything on the island. Location is perfect for access to beach.
Highly recommend over any location on the beach.
chris c.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2022
We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We strive for the cleanest properties in Destin and glad we knocked it out of the park for you! Thanks for noticing and appreciating our efforts.
The home was updated and immaculate. We enjoyed using the golf cart to get to the beach and the beachfront restaurants. The rental agency was very easy to communicate with. Highly recommend!
Sara D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
Thanks so much for this great review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay. We work hard to make sure this home is updated and super clean for our guests. And, it's important to us to make sure our guests have all the information they need before and during their stay. Thanks for your kind words!
The house and gated community is beautiful. The location is extremely convenient.
Renting this property was a great experience. Everything was provided a head of time via email and clearly communicated.
Misty M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2022
Thanks for your kind words and 5-star review. We strive to make it as easy as possible for all of our guests. We're glad you noticed and appreciated our efforts.
This property was wonderful! Beautiful decor, cozy screened in back porch, stocked kitchen, comfy beds, electric golf cart… Sugar Palms is the best rental company I’ve ever dealt with! We are more than satisfied with our experience from beginning to end! Destiny West is one of our favorite neighborhoods to stay in! We will absolutely book again!
Shawna S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2024
Awe...thanks so much for your kind words about this home and about us! As local hosts, we make sure this home is always clean and well-equipped for our guests, and we stay in touch in case you need anything during your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back again!
The property was beautiful and clean! The golf cart was a pleasant convenience to have. Communication with the property management and guest services was helpful and very responsive. I would highly recommend this property.
Martha R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2022
Thanks so much for this terrific 5 Star Review. This home is indeed a beautiful place to enjoy the beach! As a local Destin company, we strive to make sure every guest has a great experience from inquiry to departure.
We loved our stay at this beautiful home! Everything was done so well. The check in and out processes were so easy and simple. The house was perfectly clean and had everything we needed to make our stay convenient and comfortable. We had to two families with 5 children ranging from 3-9 and this location was so perfect! We hope to be back again next year!
Emily B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2023
We are so glad to hear you had such a perfect stay in this home - and thank you for the perfect 5 star review. We can't wait to have you back!
About the host
Hosted by Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals
We're a proud, family-owned local business with a dedicated team that shares a deep love for Destin and the Emerald Coast. Originally from Ohio, our journey began with family vacations to Fort Walton Beach and Destin—years of treasured memories that eventually inspired us to turn our passion into something bigger. Today, we live here with our family and run a thriving property management company focused on short-term vacation rentals. At Sugar Palm Vacation Rentals, our mission is simple: to be the best for both our guests and our property owners. With nearly a decade of experience and an unwavering commitment to personalized service, we work tirelessly to make every guest stay unforgettable and every property owner proud. Our locally-based team knows the area inside and out, and we're here to help every step of the way—whether it's answering your call or delivering an extra item to your rental, it's the same friendly faces who'll be there in person. What sets us apart is our genuine care for people and our passion for creating memorable vacation experiences. When you partner with us, you're not just a reservation—you're part of the Sugar Palm family. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing the place we love most.